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Michael J. Caron, MD

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275 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Neurological Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1982
Internship:: Loyola University Medical Center - 1983
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 1989

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

275 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

31 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

31 Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

His entire staff, along with himself took the time to explain everything to me, answer all my questions and made me feel important.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Very through and patient with answering all my questions. He's kind, caring and compassionate. I highly recommend him.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

He's a great doctor and neurosurgeon.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Very professional, yet never rushes. Answers all my questions

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Caron listens and is so informative. I always feel better when I see him. He really cares

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December 26, 2025

4.0

Too early to tell. Dr Caron took his time. Listen to my concerns. Took his time explaining and helping navigate with multiple issues.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

He seems to genuinely care about his patients!

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very right to the point and great beside manner and I didn't have to wait

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November 20, 2025

5.0

He was very caring, informative, and compassionate

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November 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Caron is the best !Dr Caron is wonderful!

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Caron is dedicated to neurosurgery and has been practicing for over 25 years. His knowledge and experience is tremendous. My surgery lasted over 17 hours, and I went back to work as an accountant 4 months later. My husband and I are forever grateful.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

The Dr listens to your concerns and performs a thorough evaluation. He clearly answers questions and explains his findings. He is clear on the guidance he provides. Excelent all around!

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Caron took as much time as needed to remove my tumor and he did an excellent job.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Past experience of a relative and my patient experience so far.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Great bed side manner very understanding and efficient

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August 05, 2025

5.0

He's been doing it long enough he realizes what he's doing

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Caron is an outstanding neurologist. He has excellent communication skills and always takes the time to listen and explain things clearly. I truly appreciate how he treats me with respect and understanding at every visit. He creates a comfortable environment where I feel heard and supported, and he never rushes through appointments. I trust his expertise completely and feel confident in the care I receive. I'm very grateful to have Dr. Caron as part of my healthcare team and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable neurologist.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

He is the best Neurosurgeon around

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Compassionate, caring, spent lots of time with us. Excellent doctor.

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July 18, 2025

5.0

He answered my questions and was very clear on what I needed.

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July 10, 2025

5.0

He has been persistent in his search for my improvement!

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July 07, 2025

5.0

I was very comfortable with my interaction with Dr. Caron.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

Awesome surgeon!

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June 27, 2025

5.0

For the knowledge and experience I feel it

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June 26, 2025

5.0

He was so focused on my husband and his case.

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June 22, 2025

5.0

Because he explains the questions you ask him very well.

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May 30, 2025

5.0

Straightforward knowledgeable Clearly states Is the diagnosis possible treatments. Makes you feel confident in his capabilities

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May 30, 2025

5.0

He was very caring & gave me important instructions to keep myself safe from serious injuries.

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May 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon and person!

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May 22, 2025

5.0

a great doctor he listen to you

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May 10, 2025

5.0

Friendly, professional, extremely knowledgeable

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Disclosures

Michael J. Caron, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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